Sherwon Wanzo, a senior at Lakewood High School, had left a party in the passenger seat of a friend's car. After driving away and stopping nearby, Wanzo was shot in the head.

According to Detective Jennifer Ciaccia, the investigation is ongoing and possible suspects will be interviewed soon. The driver was unable to offer a description of the shooter, saying that he was a black male fleeing on foot.

"We in the LHS community are deeply saddened by the loss of one of our students," Lakewood High School Principal William Wagner said. "He was a kind and likeable young man with many friends. We offer our deepest sympathies to Sherwon's family."

Students returned to school today, following spring break. Guidance counselors from the district and Western Cuyahoga County School Crisis Counseling were available for students.

Wagner said that students are wearing remembrance ribbons today. There are also banners located in and around the school, where students can offer thoughts and prayers to Wanzo and his family.

Former classmate Tessa Patrice Cummings remembered Wanzo as a generous young man who always brightened his friends' days.

"He was a huge goofball with his Kool-Aid smile," Cummings said endearingly. "(He was) always willing to give you anything you need."

Classmate and longtime friend Johnathon Marincil added that things won't be the same without Wanzo.

"I loved Sherwon with all my heart, but I never got the chance to tell him," Marincil said. "But I know he's looking down on me with his Kool-Aid smile, making sure I'm safe and sound."

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